Camilo

PROFILE
An elusive and skillful striker with two very good feet, Camilo da Silva Sanvezzo joined Whitecaps FC on Mar. 17, 2011, after impressing the Major League Soccer club during a preseason trial. Prior to his arrival in Vancouver, the native of Presidente Prudente, Brazil, had spells in his home country, Malta, and South Korea. In Week 3 of the 2011 season, Camilo was the first ever Whitecaps FC player to be named MLS' Player of the Week. The Brazilian is having a magical season for the 'Caps in 2013: he became the second Whitecap player to be named to the MLS all-star squad (Jay DeMerit being the other) and scored the 100th goal for Vancouver since the club joined MLS. Camilo was the first player in Whitecaps FC history to be named MLS Player of the Month in July 2013, netting four goals in five games in the duration of the month. In addition, he was also named Player of the Week in Weeks 17 and 20 of the 2013 season.

MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER2013: The Brazilian striker is having his best season in his MLS career for Whitecaps FC. Camilo scored the 100th goal for the ‘Caps since joining MLS with his brace versus Chicago Fire on July 14. He was selected as a MLS all-star by Peter Vermes, the all-star squad’s coach; assisted on the all-star team's only goal versus A.S. Roma, which ended 3-1. Heading into the 2013 all-star game, Camilo led the league in goals with 13. He has been responsible for the game-winning goal in three matches thus far this season: versus Chivas USA (June 19), at D.C. United (June 29) and vs. Chicago Fire (July 14). He also converted an important penalty in a 1-1 point versus Real Salt Lake to salvage a point at BC Place on April 13. He found the back of the net twice to lead the ‘Caps to a 3-2 win in the first leg of the ACC semi-final versus FC Edmonton, on April 24. His perfect free kick goal earned Vancouver a hard fought point in Kansas City on July 3. He scored the ‘Caps’ lone goal against LA Galaxy on July 20 in a disappointing 2-1 loss. 2012: After a stellar first season in MLS, Camilo signed a new contract with Whitecaps FC on Feb. 1. In Vancouver’s season opener, the Brazilian scored Whitecaps FC’s second goal in a 2-0 home win over Canadian arch-rivals and MLS expansion club Montreal Impact on Mar. 10. He then assisted on captain Jay DeMerit’s first goal in MLS, as Whitecaps FC earned their first away win in the league with a 1-0 victory at Chivas USA on Mar. 17. Camilo then scored the winner in Whitecaps FC’s first-ever victory over FC Dallas, as they claimed a 1-0 home win on Apr. 21. The Brazilian then assisted on Gershon Koffie’s first goal of the season, Whitecaps FC won 2-1 at home to San Jose Earthquakes on May 5. He also found the scoresheet during a 2-2 home draw with Pacific Northwest rivals Seattle Sounders FC on May 19 before assisting on Gershon Koffie’s second goal of the season during a 2-2 home draw versus LA Galaxy on July 18. Camilo assisted on Darren Mattocks’ goal during Whitecaps FC’s 2-1 away defeat to Real Salt Lake on July 27 before making the MLS Team of the Week for Week 23 after a goal and an assist in a 2-1 home win over Real Salt Lake on Aug. 11. He then had a goal and two assists during Whitecaps FC’s 4-0 home win over Chivas USA on Oct. 3. 2011: Camilo's first season in MLS was a memorable one, as the Brazilian was named Whitecaps FC Player of the Year after leading the club in appearances (32) and starts (29). He was also the first MLS recipient of the Domenic Mobilio Golden Boot after leading the 'Caps with 13 goals in all competitions during the campaign. After making his MLS debut as a late substitute in the club's inaugural league match at home to Canadian rivals Toronto FC on Mar. 19, Camilo was named MLS Player of the Week for Week Three after a memorable first start for the Blue and White on Apr. 2. The Brazilian's two goals and one assist earned Whitecaps FC a dramatic 3-3 home draw with Sporting Kansas City, as Camilo became the first player in MLS history to score two goals in added time. The striker then scored a fine consolation goal in Vancouver's 3-1 defeat at Houston Dynamo on Apr. 10 before scoring the equalizer in a 1-1 draw at Chivas USA on June 1. Camilo was then nominated for the MLS Goal of the Week for Week 15 after opening the scoring in a 2-1 defeat at Sporting Kansas City on June 25. He then opened the scoring with a fine free kick in the second leg of the Nutrilite Canadian Championship final on July 2. However, Whitecaps FC suffered a 2-1 defeat at Toronto FC to lose the two-match final series 3-2 on aggregate. Camilo then scored in MLS on July 9, as Whitecaps FC fell 2-1 away to Colorado Rapids, while he scored Vancouver's only goal in a 2-1 friendly defeat at home to English Premier League side Manchester City FC in the Herbalife World Football Challenge on July 18. Camilo then scored a goal and recorded an assist in Whitecaps FC's 4-2 home win over Chicago Fire on Aug. 7 before striking the consolation goal during a 2-1 away defeat to Pacific Northwest rivals Portland Timbers on Aug. 20. He then assisted on Davide Chiumiento's fine goal during a 1-1 draw at New York Red Bulls on Sept. 10 before scoring in the 3-1 home defeat to Pacific Northwest rivals Seattle Sounders FC on Sept. 24. Camilo scored twice from the penalty spot during Whitecaps FC's 3-0 home win over Real Salt Lake on Oct. 6. He then scored the first goal in the 2-1 home win over D.C. United on Oct. 12, with that performance helping the Brazilian earn a place in the MLSsoccer.com Team of the Week for Week 31.

MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER RESERVE LEAGUE2013: In two appearances for the Reserves Camilo has scored once, in the 'Caps' 3-0 victory over the University of Victoria on March 16. 2011: Camilo assisted on Bedri Gashi's consolation goal during his lone appearance for Whitecaps FC reserves that season, as they fell to 2-1 at San Jose Earthquakes reserves in the club's inaugural MLS Reserve League match on Mar. 22.

SOUTH KOREAN K-LEAGUE2010: Following a successful season in Malta with Qormi FC, Camilo moved to the Far East when he joined Gyeongnam FC in South Korea's Professional Football League (K-League) on July 7, 2010. The striker made seven appearances for the Gyeongnam FC first team, while he scored six goals in seven appearances for the club's 'B' team. After Gyeongnam FC finished sixth in the K-League standings, Camilo's time in South Korea came to an end when he returned to his native Brazil in Dec. 2010.

MALTESE PREMIER LEAGUE2009-10: Camilo moved to Europe when he joined Maltese Premier League side Qormi FC for the 2009-10 season. The South American had an excellent season on the Mediterranean island, as he was the top scorer in the Maltese Premier League with 24 goals and the top marksman in the Maltese FA Trophy that season with six goals. Camilo's efforts helped Qormi FC to a third-place finish in the Maltese Premier League standings, while the striker's goals led his club to the final of the Maltese FA Trophy, where they fell 2-1 to Valletta FC on May 23, 2010.

BRAZILIANCAPEONATOALAGOANO2009: Before moving to Malta, Camilo scored one goal in eight appearances with Sport Club Corinthians Alagoano, who play in the first division of the Campeonato Alagoano, which is the top league in the northeastern Brazilian state of Alagoas.

YOUTH/AMATEUR
Camilo started his career with Oeste Paulista Esporte Club, where he remained until he was 17 years of age. Oeste Paulista are based in the striker's hometown of Presidente Prudente, Brazil.

PERSONAL
The striker was born and raised in the municipality of Presidente Prudente in the Brazilian state of Sao Paulo. He is married to wife Jessica, who also hails from Sao Paulo state. His parents are Rosange Sanvezzo and Carlos Donizetti, while he has two brothers named Danilo and Murilo.

INTERESTING FACTS
Camilo is an admirer of Spanish giants Barcelona and Real Madrid, while he also supports Santos Futebol Clube in his native Brazil. He is also a fan of two young Santos FC and Brazil stars in midfielder Paulo Henrique Ganso and striker Neymar, while he also enjoys watching Real Madrid and Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo play. The striker is also a fan of the National Basketball Association.